A lack of patience in trifling matters might lead to the disruption of great project.

Even if I could, I would not exahnge their virtues for my own. And that is why they are intent on learning from me.

I used to listen to what others said, and expect them to act accordingly. But nowadays, I listen to what they say, and then observe what they do.

Be in harmony, yet be different.

Don't worry if people don't recognize your merits; worry that you may not recognize theirs.

In ancient times, those who wished to illuminate the world with virtue first brought order to their nations. Wishing to order well their nations, they first harmonized their families. Wishing to harmonize their families, they first cultivated themselves. Wishing to cultivate themselves, they first rectified their minds. Those who wished to rectify their minds first made their intentions sincere.

If you yourself desire establishment, then help others to get establishment; if you yourself want success, then help others to attain success.